This field controller covers all major fieldbuses in process automation. Optionally, AC 800F supports redundancy. A single controller can typically support around 1,000 I/Os.
The AC 800F controller has a modular structure. The CPU is designed as a backplane to which various modules – power supply units, Ethernet and fieldbus modules – can be attached in line with the application. On the fieldbus side, modules are available for:
PROFIBUS-DPV1
FOUNDATION Fieldbus HSE
MODBUS (master / slave, RTU or ASCII)
IEC 60870-5-101, IEC 60870-5-104
CAN for Freelance Rack I/O
The fieldbus line and the connected field devices are entirely configured and parameterized using the Freelance Engineering Tool. No further external tools are needed for configuration.
Benefits
Availability: Redundancy at all levels
Supports different fieldbus types, even simultaneously:
PROFIBUS-DP, up to 12 MBd
FOUNDATION Fieldbus H1 (with LD 800HSE)
HART
Modbus
Telecontrol
CAN (for Freelance Rack I/O)
Typically around 1,000 I/Os
Compact, rugged design